DR. JOEL H. ELCONIN, MD

ELYRIA, OH

Research Active
Radiology - Radiation Oncology NPI registered 21+ years 2 publications 1986 – 1986 NPI: 1801899927
Radiology - Radiation Oncology Radiology - Radiation Oncology

Practice Location

41201 SCHADDEN RD
ELYRIA, OH 44035-2249

Phone: (440) 324-0400

What does JOEL ELCONIN research?

Dr. Elconin studies how communication techniques can help prevent drug and alcohol use among adolescents. His research involves training middle school students to be assertive and respectful when refusing substances, emphasizing that this approach not only makes them feel more confident but also influences their peers positively. By implementing programs like the SAY IT STRAIGHT training, he has shown that even shorter training sessions can lead to significant improvements in how students respond to substance use, ultimately reducing suspension rates related to alcohol and drug violations.

Key findings

  • Students who practiced assertive communication felt more confident and were likely to have better responses from their peers.
  • In a study involving over 1,000 middle school students, a 5-day and 7-day training in assertiveness resulted in the same effectiveness as a longer 10-day program in improving students' communication about substance use.
  • Students who participated in any form of training experienced a 14% lower rate of alcohol and drug-related suspensions compared to those who did not receive training.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Elconin study drug abuse prevention?
Yes, he focuses on strategies to prevent substance abuse among adolescents, primarily through communication training.
What treatments has Dr. Elconin researched for substance abuse?
His research includes the development of communication training programs like SAY IT STRAIGHT, which teach students how to assertively refuse drugs and alcohol.
Is Dr. Elconin's work relevant to middle school students?
Absolutely, his research specifically targets middle school students to help them resist drug and alcohol use effectively.

Publications in plain English

Brief SAY IT STRAIGHT training and follow-up in adolescent substance abuse prevention.

1986

The journal of primary prevention

Englander-Golden P, Elconin J, Miller KJ, Schwarzkopf AB

Plain English
Researchers studied a shorter training program called SAY IT STRAIGHT aimed at preventing substance abuse in middle school students, involving over 1,000 5th to 8th graders. The shorter 5-day and 7-day training models showed the same significant improvement in students' assertiveness about substance use as the original 10-day model. Notably, students who received any form of training had significantly fewer alcohol and drug-related suspensions—about 14% lower—compared to those who did not receive training. Who this helps: This benefits students by reducing substance abuse issues in schools.

PubMed

Assertive/leveling communication and empathy in adolescent drug abuse prevention.

1986

The journal of primary prevention

Englander-Golden P, Elconin J, Satir V

Plain English
This study explored how middle school students felt when practicing saying "no" to drugs and alcohol during role plays. The students reported feeling good and confident when they were assertive and respectful, with many stating that friends were more likely to respond positively when approached with care rather than aggression. These findings highlight the importance of teaching young people effective, empathetic communication skills to prevent drug abuse. Who this helps: This benefits students and educators involved in drug prevention programs.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

P Englander-Golden V Satir K J Miller A B Schwarzkopf

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